First AutoFlower Failure (Pics Posted and Help Needed)

[Jpkindbud]

I was going to suggest starting in a solo cup at least then potting up your young plant should be able to handle your soil as I start absolutely everything in solo cups

For a newb, insta transplant solos might be the way to go… take a solo cup, cut 3 or 4 equal panels out of the sides leaving 1/2” supports from top to bottom and remove the bottom of the cup. Place that cup inside a normal solo cup with drain holes in bottom and fill with favorite seedstarter mix. When ready to transplant (10-14 days) slide off outer cup (may take a bit to get out) and plant inner cup in final pot.